Michael McGrath (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I assure the Deputy there is no lack of will on my part to support these homeowners on these issues. The scheme itself has been established by the Minister. The legislation has been put in place and this has to be worked through. The Deputy has raised specific issues around the treatment of people in the context of their mortgages, the difficulties that are already there, and the difficulties that can be anticipated as they remediate or completely reconstruct their homes. I acknowledge that practical issues will arise and the banks and the insurance companies are very important stakeholders in this regard. They have a role to play to make sure these homeowners are supported in every practical way possible. If I can use the weight of my office to assist in that regard, then I will do so in the best way I can.

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